In a summer of deadly heat for hikers in the Southwest, rangers at Grand Canyon National Park use a pioneering approach of aggressive messaging and outreach to prevent disaster on the trails.
The National Park Service isn’t just the 63 big-name parks. Here are national monuments, a lakeshore and two other less crowded alternatives to explore the country’s natural beauty and attractions.
The British actor was reported missing in January after he went hiking alone on a trail on Mount Baldy. Last weekend, after months of intense searches, hikers found human remains in the area.
A 14-year-old boy lost consciousness in Big Bend National Park as temperatures reached 119 degrees, officials said, and his stepfather crashed his vehicle while seeking help.